Which country is at the top in armed drone imports?
Global military UAV trade and details according to SIPRI data
Quick Look
- According to SIPRI data, global military UAV trade in the 2022-2025 period is concentrated around a single conflict.
- The agency only monitors systems with a installed weight of at least 150 kg.
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Why It Matters
UCAVs have become one of the defining elements of modern warfare.
While UCAVs have become one of the defining weapons of modern warfare, SIPRI data shows that global military UCAV trade in the 2022-2025 period is largely concentrated around a single conflict.
SIPRI only tracks military UAVs with a loaded weight of at least 150 kg, as well as one-way attack and mobile munitions systems; Small FPV and commercial drones are not included in these statistics.
Open Questions
- Which country is at the top in armed drone imports?

